This is not just an attack on a man; it's an attack on everything we stand for as Americans.

I have outrage burning in my heart and a fire in my soul. President Donald J. Trump, a true patriot and relentless fighter for our great nation, has just survived an assassination attempt. This is not just an attack on a man; it’s an attack on everything we stand for as Americans.

This was not just a bullet aimed at President Trump; it was a bullet aimed at every single one of us who believes in the values of freedom, justice, and the American way of life. In typical Biden hate filled rhetoric, he stated this week it’s time to put Trump in a bullseye, so he gets a lion’s share of the blame. Our President took this bullet for all of us, standing as a shield against those who wish to see our country divided and weakened.

We also must take a moment to commend the exceptional bravery and professionalism of the United States Secret Service. Their swift and decisive actions ensured that our next President was immediately taken to safety, preventing what could have been a far more tragic outcome. These men and women serve with unwavering dedication, under the most extreme and dangerous circumstances, to protect our leaders.

In this critical time, we must stand united, stronger than ever, ready to defend our President, our values, and our country. God bless President Trump; God be with the family of the attendee killed today and God bless the United States of America.

Perry O Hooper Jr is a former State Representative who writes columns on his political perspective and has been published in a number of publications around Alabama and beyond. He was an early supporter of Donald Trump and was the 2016 Trump Victory Chair.

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